Bacharach H-10 PRO User manual

3015-9005 Rev 2 1

Instruction Manual

P/N: 3015-9005

Revision 2

November 2017

Product Leadership  Training  Service  Reliability

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NOTICE

Specifications and information contained

in this document may change without

notice due to product improvements and

enhancements.

Bacharach, Inc. shall not be liable for

errors contained herein or for incidental

or consequential damages in connection

with the furnishing, performance, or use

of this material.

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written consent of Bacharach, Inc.

! WARNING: This product is considered

to be Group 1 Class A equipment as

defined by EN 55011 standards and is

suitable for use in industrial

environments. There may be potential

difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic

compatibility in other environments (e.g.,

domestic environments) due to

conducted as well as radiated

disturbances.

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respective companies.

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Section 1. Overview

1.1. Introduction

The H-10 Pro is the most versatile, high

performance leak detector available in

the industry today. It detects refrigerants

to pinpoint small, medium, and large

leaks quickly and efficiently. Review this

manual carefully and completely to

assure satisfactory product performance

and a long service life.

1.2. Safety Warnings

! WARNING: For your safety, DO NOT

use this device to detect for leaks of

refrigerants which are rated as

combustible/flammable gases (e.g.,

ASHRAE A2- or A3-rated refrigerants).

! HAZARDOUS AREA WARNING: This

instrument has not been designed to be

intrinsically safe for use in areas classified

as hazardous locations. For your safety,

DO NOT use it in hazardous (classified)

locations.

1.3. General Warnings

! WARNING: This device is not to be used

in any application that is beyond its

intended purpose or beyond the scope of

its specifications. For details on

appropriate use, refer to the rest of this

manual. Before risking equipment

damage or personal injury, contact

Bacharach if you are unsure of the validity

of a particular application.

! IMPORTANT: This analyzer is not

intended to be used on a continuous

basis.

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! WARNING: Except for replacement of

consumables such as sensors, filters, and

battery, this analyzer should only be

opened and/or serviced by authorized

Bacharach personnel. Failure to comply

may void the warranty.

! WARNING: Do not store instrument or

its sensors with solvents or products that

contain solvents.

! IMPORTANT: Equipment Damage

Hazards

A. Submerging the probe in liquid will

damage the pump.

B. Exposing the probe to pure refrigerant

will severely reduce the life or destroy

the sensor. Life of the sensor is

directly proportional to the amount of

refrigerant that it is exposed to.

C. Exposure to high concentrations of

refrigerant may require adjustment of

sensor heat. Refer to section 3.1.

1.4. Specifications

Spec

Description

Battery

Type

12V lead-acid battery

Life

3 hours (typical)

Charging

3-4 hours with wall

adapter (included)

Sensor

Type

Heated diode

Life

[1]

1 year (typical)

Calibra-

tion

As needed

(see Section 3.1)

Flexible Probe

4.5 ft. (1.4 m) length with

built-in filter

Response

1 second

Flow Rate

90 cc/min @ small setting

(typical)

Refrigerants

Detected

[2]

All CFCs, HFCs, and HCFCs

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Spec

Description

Sensitivity

[3]

0.006 oz/yr stationary

0.1 oz/yr moving per

SAE J2791

Auto adjust to

background

Yes, automatic mode only

Warm-up

2 min (typical)

Indication

Visual

Red LED in probe tip

Audible

Internal beeper or stereo

headphone jack

Weight

5.1 lb. (2.3 kg)

Dimensions

(LxWxH)

10.5 x 8.3 x 5.4 in.

(267 x 211 x 137 mm)

Operating

Conditions

32 to 104 °F

(0 to 40° C)

Approvals

CE

Warranty

3 years

[4]

[1]

Based on normal use. Consistent and/or

constant exposure to high levels of refrigerant

will deteriorate the sensor life more quickly.

Increasing the sensor heater will also impact

sensor life.

[2]

DO NOT use this device to detect for leaks of

refrigerants which are rated as combustible/

flammable gases (e.g., ASHRAE A2- or A3-rated

refrigerants).

[3]

Sensitivity for R12, R22, R134a, R410a, R404a and

R507 when unit is set to small leak setting,

manual mode.

[4]

This warranty does not cover sensors, reference

leaks, filters, airflow balls, lamps, batteries, or

probe tips. This warranty does not cover

damages caused by the user.

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Section 2. Operation

2.1. Overview

The H-10 Pro sensor uses positive ion

emission technology, commonly known

as a heated diode. It is very sensitive to

only halon substances (refrigerants)

making this product highly resistive to

false alarming, while retaining superior

sensitivity for pinpointing the most

difficult to find refrigerant leaks.

A pump inside the unit draws air through

the probe to the sensor. The presence of

refrigerant(s) causes the H-10 Pro to

sound a speaker and illuminate an LED in

the probe. Sensitivity to pinpoint small,

medium, and large leaks can be

controlled by setting the Leak Size switch

(see Section 2.2).

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2.2. Panel Controls

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2.3. Before First Use…

Before you use the unit the first time:

1. Remove the sticky-label disc from the

cap of the calibration reference bottle.

This disc can be reused to help seal

the vial when the leak detector is not

in use, or it can be discarded. DO NOT

attempt to unscrew the cap, you may

damage the bottle. The calibration

reference bottle should last

approximately six months.

2. With the Power switch in the OFF

position, charge the battery using the

wall adapter. Charge time is 3-4 hours

or until the Full Charge LED turns

green.

2.4. Adjusting the Sensitivity

Set the Leak Size switch as follows.

SMALL switch position is the highest

sensitivity. The unit will indicate leak

rates of 0.006 oz/yr or greater and is used

for fluorine-based (HFC) gases like R134a.

This position also assures highest

repeatability for locating 0.1 oz/yr (or

greater) leaks per SAE J2791 moving

probe test conditions. It must always be

used to verify performance and

calibration when using the calibration

reference bottle.

When using the small leak range position,

a leak of HFC causing an audible signal

equal to that produced by the leak vial

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has a leak rate of approximately

0.5 oz/year.

MEDIUM switch position is used for

chlorine-based (CFC and HCFC) gases like

R12 and R22. The medium setting will

indicate approximately a 0.1 oz/yr (or

greater) leak rate. This position supports

finding leaks of approximately 0.5 oz/yr

(per SAE J2791) or greater. It is also useful

for locating larger HFC leaks.

When using the medium leak range

position on a CFC or HCFC system, this

leak rate would also be approximately

0.5 oz/year.

LARGE switch position is used to zero in

on large leaks of any refrigerant. The

large leak setting should be used in

conjunction with manual mode.

2.5. Auto Mode vs. Manual Mode

Auto mode enables the H-10 Pro to block

out background levels of refrigerants. This

greatly reduces and/or eliminates false

alarms while retaining sensitivity to

quickly locate small or medium size leaks.

Pinpointing leaks in this mode requires

continuous probe movement.

If the probe is held stationary over a leak,

the unit will zero out the leak, going into

the idle 1 tick/second condition. Briefly

moving the probe away from the leak (1-2

seconds) permits the unit to re-establish

sensitivity. Returning to the leak site, the

unit will alarm again. Continuing this

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procedure will reliably and repeatedly

pinpoint the leak with each pass over the

leak site.

If a large leak is present, the auto zero

circuit may reduce sensitivity to an

unacceptable level to find small and

medium sized leaks. If this condition

exists, use the manual mode to pinpoint a

large leak. The manual mode is also an

effective means to determine if a large

leak of any refrigerant exists prior to

searching for leaks (see Section 2.4).

In Manual Mode the auto-zero circuit is

disabled. The unit will not zero the leak if

the probe is held over the leak site. This

mode may require frequent readjustment

of the Manual Balance control to

maintain the required 1 tick per second

that indicates proper adjustment and

calibration for all three sensitivity switch

positions. Manual mode provides greater

sensitivity than auto mode.

2.6. Setup

1. Turn the unit on.

2. Slide mode switch to AUTO position.

3. Slide the sensitivity switch to the

SMALL position.

4. Check Low Battery LED. If it glows red,

the battery needs charging, or you

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may operate the unit using the

supplied wall adapter.

! NOTE: The sensor does not operate

when the low battery LED is on.

5. Check for sufficient airflow by pointing

the probe tip toward the floor,

covering it with your finger, then

releasing your finger. If proper flow

exists, the red ball should noticeably

rise up into the probe when you

uncover the probe tip. Note that the

actual height and final resting position

of the red ball are not important. If

the airflow ball does not rise:

a. Tap the probe lightly to ensure the

ball is not sticking.

b. Check the filter in the probe tip,

per Section 4.1. If the flow is still

insufficient, then the unit should

be sent for repair to the nearest

Authorized Service Center.

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6. Allow two minutes for the sensor to

warm up, after which the flashing

probe light and sound indicator will

idle at approximately 1 click per

second.

7. Test operation by quickly touching the

probe tip to the top of the calibration

reference bottle (make sure sticky

label is removed). The unit should

respond with a rapid flash rate and

sound verifying correct operation and

optimum sensitivity. If the unit does

not respond correctly, see Section 3.1.

2.7. Checking for Leaks

! SAFETY WARNING: For your safety, DO

NOT use this device to detect for leaks of

refrigerants which are rated as

combustible/flammable gases (e.g.,

ASHRAE A2- or A3-rated refrigerants).

1. Set the range switch to the

appropriate range to ensure

maximum sensor life. If the leak size

is unknown, start at the Large leak

setting. This protects the sensor if a

large amount of gas is present.

! IMPORTANT: Exposing the sensor

to large amounts of refrigerant or

holding the probe over a leak for a

long period of time will significantly

shorten sensor life.

2. Check for leaks in a logical

progression through the entire

system.

3. If surfaces are dirty or wet, wipe

them off with a clean, dry cloth to

reduce filter clogging and extend

sensor life. DO NOT allow the unit to

draw in moisture. Use of the supplied

rubber probe tip helps prevent

moisture from being drawn into the

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unit. Check for moisture before

inserting the probe into areas to be

checked for leaks.

4. If leaks have not been detected using

the large leak setting: Try using the

medium or small setting as

appropriate.

If leaks have been detected using the

large leak setting: After locating and

repairing any leaks requiring the use

of the LARGE switch setting, switch

to the MEDIUM setting and verify the

system is free of leaks. For HFC

refrigerants (such as R134a), verify

the system is leak free using the

SMALL setting. For CFC and HCFC

systems (such as R12 and R22), the

MEDIUM setting is typically sufficient

to verify that the system is free of

leaks that require repairing.

After a leak is located and repaired,

clear the area with shop air, set the

unit on the small leak sensitivity, and

double check equipment for small

leaks.

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Section 3. Calibration and

Performance

3.1. Heater Adjustments

The sensor heater circuit can be adjusted

to control the sensitivity of the unit. A

heat setting that is too high causes

instability due to excessive sensitivity and

shortens sensor life. A heat setting that is

too low causes decreased sensitivity. The

heater adjustment LEDs, heater

adjustment, and calibration reference

bottle is a unique system for setting the

correct sensor heat (sensitivity) for

optimum performance and long sensor

life. To check the heater setting:

1. Slide the mode switch to AUTO, slide

the leak switch to SMALL, turn ON

the unit and allow it to stabilize

(approximately 2 minutes).

2. When stabilized (at approximately 1

click per second), briefly touch the

probe tip to the calibration reference

bottle with the probe (ensure the

sticky label disc is removed from the

top of the bottle.

3. If adjusted properly, the red LOW

LED will go out and the green OK LED

will briefly glow. This indicates the

sensor’s heat/sensitivity is adjusted

for optimum performance.

If the red LOW LED remains on when

you briefly touch the bottle, the

sensor heat is set too low and the

Heater Adjustment must be turned

slightly clockwise using a small

screwdriver. Allow unit to stabilize

about one minute and retest. Repeat

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this procedure until the green OK LED

briefly glows.

If the red HIGH LED glows, the heat is

set too high and the heater

adjustment should be turned slightly

counterclockwise using a small

screwdriver. Allow the unit to

stabilize for about 1 minute and then

repeat the test. Repeat this

procedure until the proper green OK

LED is indicated.

! NOTE: After initial check for correct

heater adjustment, disregard the

calibration LEDs. Their indication is

meaningless during subsequent leak

testing activity.

! NOTE: Check for proper heat

adjustment on a daily basis. This assures

the H-10 Pro is calibrated for the correct

sensitivity for your daily test activity.

! NOTE: Frequency of sensor heat

adjustment is a function of how much

exposure the sensor has to refrigerant.

Adjustment may be required every couple

of weeks for heavy duty service and once

every few months for light duty service.

! NOTE: Over the usable sensor life,

when heater adjustment is fully clockwise

and the green OK LED will not come on, it

is time to replace the sensor. (See Section

4.3.)

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Section 4. Maintenance

4.1. Replacing the Filter

To protect the pump from damage due to

foreign particles and moisture, replace

the filter as it becomes dirty. With

moderate use (15 to 30 minutes a day), it

is recommended that the filter be

replaced once per month. In dirty

environments or with heavy use, replace

the filter more frequently. Always replace

the filter when it is visibly dirty or wet. To

replace the filter, follow the steps below.

1. Remove the black rubber probe tip.

2. Pick out the filter with a pin or

tweezers. A fine screen will remain in

the tip of the probe nozzle (behind

where the filter sits).

3. Insert the new filter in the probe tip.

Make sure that the filter is firmly

seated against the screen.

4. Replace the rubber probe tip.

4.2. Replacing the Airflow Indicator

1. Remove the clear plastic section of the

probe tip by gently pulling and

twisting.

2. Turn the probe tip upside-down and

tap on it to remove the old airflow

indicator ball.

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3. Insert the new airflow indicator ball

into the tip.

4. Reattach the probe tip to the probe

assembly.

4.3. Replacing the Sensor

The sensor needs to be replaced when

the H-10 Pro no longer responds to the

calibration reference bottle, even with

the heater adjustment turned fully

clockwise (make sure the reference bottle

contains some refrigerant).

1. Turn the leak detector OFF.

2. Turn the heater adjustment to its

full counterclockwise position.

3. Unplug the power cord and open

the sensor cover.

4. Allow the sensor to cool before

touching it.

! WARNING: Sensor temperature

may cause a burn if not allowed to

cool.

5. Unplug and discard the sensor.

6. Insert a new sensor and close the

sensor cover.

7. Adjust the heater per Section 3.1.

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Section 5. Troubleshooting

5.1. Diagnosing Issues

P=Problem  C/S=Cause/Solution(s)

P No response to calibration reference

bottle.

C/S Heat Adjustment is set too low or

bottle is empty. Readjust heater (see

“Heater Adjustment” section) or

replace bottle (3015-0864).

No air flow (indicator ball in probe

doesn’t float). Replace filter in probe

tip (3015-0784). Check for proper

pump operation.

Sensor exposed to excessive amounts

of halogen gas. Move probe to clean

atmosphere for several minutes

while sensor purges itself.

Water is in the probe. Turn unit off

and disconnect probe from chassis.

Remove screws and take out chassis.

Look at the underside of the leak

detector and follow the probe to the

pump. Remove this hose from the

pump. Blow clean air (5 psi) into the

probe tip for one or two minutes.

Reassemble unit and replace the

filter (3015-0784).

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P Erratic response occurs in all leak

positions.

C/S Filter is clogged. Replace the filter

(3015-0784).

Dirt is in the sensor. Remove sensor

and blow it out with clean air (not

over 10 psi). If unsuccessful, replace

the sensor (3015-0486). Replace the

filter (3015-0784).

Sensor has a short circuit. Replace

sensor (3015-0486).

Atmosphere is contaminated with

excessive refrigerant gas. Ventilate

the area.

P Response is continuous (especially in

SMALL leak switch position).

C/S Detector sensitivity is excessive.

Readjust heater (see “Heater

Adjustment” section).

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5.2. Limited Warranty

The purchaser is warranted that this leak

detector will be free of defects in material

and workmanship for 3 years from date

of purchase. This warranty does not cover

sensors, reference leaks, filters, airflow

balls, lamps, batteries, or probe tips.

Damages caused by the user will not be

covered.

If any defects are discovered during the

warranty period, an Authorized Service

Center will repair or replace the unit at

their option. The foregoing limited

warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all

other warranties, whether written or

implied, and no warranty of

merchantability or fitness for purpose will

apply.

5.3. Repair Information

Should it become necessary to repair your

H-10 Pro, please contact an authorized

service center. Units should be carefully

packed to prevent shipping damage and

shipped prepaid.

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